Continuously Variable Transmission Systems Market Report by Vehicle Type (Passenger cars, Light commercial vehicles, Heavy commercial vehicles, and Others), Type (Hydrostatic, Toroidal, Cone, Variable geometry, Variable diameter, and Others), Fuel (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid), Capacity (Up to 1.5 L, 1.5 L to 3.0 L, Above 3.0 L), End User (OEM, Aftermarket), and Region 2025-2033

Continuously Variable Transmission Systems Market Report by Vehicle Type (Passenger cars, Light commercial vehicles, Heavy commercial vehicles, and Others), Type (Hydrostatic, Toroidal, Cone, Variable geometry, Variable diameter, and Others), Fuel (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid), Capacity (Up to 1.5 L, 1.5 L to 3.0 L, Above 3.0 L), End User (OEM, Aftermarket), and Region 2025-2033

Report Format: PDF+Excel | Report ID: SR112025A1197

Market Overview:

The global continuously variable transmission systems market size reached USD 23.2 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 35.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.69% during 2025-2033. 

Report Attribute 
Key Statistics
Base Year
2024
Forecast Years
2025-2033
Historical Years
2019-2024
Market Size in 2024
USD 23.2 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033
USD 35.8 Billion
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 4.69%


A continuously variable transmission (CVT) system refers to an automatic transmission system that changes through an uninterrupted range of different gear ratios. It has a two-pulley mechanism with variable diameters connected on either end of the engine and the wheels by a belt or chain. Also known as stepless transmission, pulley transmission and single-speed transmission, the CVT system effectively replaces gears with two variable-diameter pulleys. As a result, it offers useable power and driving convenience as compared to automatic transmission systems. Moreover, the CVT system is extremely fuel-efficient and provides maximum speed at low engine speed. They are also light-weighted, compact-sized, and consist of fewer moving parts, making them suitable for diverse automotive applications.

Continuously Variable Transmission Systems Market Trends:

The global CVT system market is driven by various advantages, such as a smooth driving experience and quick acceleration for users. It also offers more useable power and consumes less fuel than conventional and manual transmission systems. As a result, the CVT system finds applications in tractors, snowmobiles, motor scooters, go-carts, and mix harvesters. Nowadays, consumers are shifting toward eco-friendly vehicles, which utilize CVT systems. It also consists of enhanced hydraulic systems, microprocessors, high-strength steel metal belts, and high-speed sensors, which help boost the handling capacity of the engine. Furthermore, several manufacturers, like Toyota, are producing hybrid, electric mid-sized hatchback models, which are equipped with power-split CVT technology. It offers a fixed gear ratio and higher torque handling capability, which are expected to escalate the demand for CVT systems.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global continuously variable transmission systems market report, along with forecasts at the global and regional level from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, vehicle type, fuel, capacity, and end user.

Breakup by Vehicle Type:

  • Passenger cars
  • Light commercial vehicles
  • Heavy commercial vehicles
  • Others
     

 Amongst these, passenger cars represent the most preferred vehicle type.

Breakup by Type:

  • Hydrostatic
  • Toroidal
  • Cone
  • Variable geometry
  • Variable diameter
  • Others
     

On the basis of the type, hydrostatic systems are the most popular type of CVT systems.

Breakup by Fuel:

  • Gasoline
  • Diesel
  • Hybrid
     

At present, gasoline accounts for majority of the total global market.

Breakup by Capacity:

  • Up to 1.5 L
  • 1.5 L to 3.0 L
  • Above 3.0 L
     

Based on the capacity, the report finds that CVT systems with 1.5 L to 3.0 L capacity hold the biggest market share.

Breakup by End User:

  • OEM
  • Aftermarket
     

OEM currently exhibits a clear dominance in the market.

Regional Insights:

  • Asia Pacific
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Middle East and Africa
  • Latin America
     

Region-wise, Asia Pacific holds the leading position in the market.

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the market has been analyzed, with some of the leading players being TEAM Industries Inc., Schaeffler AG, Endurance Technologies Limited, NIDEC-SHIMPO, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, STEYR, Toyota Motor Corporation, Gaokin Industry Co. Ltd., General Transmissions, and Fallbrook Intellectual Property Company LLC.

Report Coverage:

Report Features Details
Base Year of the Analysis 2024
Historical Period 2019-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2033
Units Billion USD
Segment Coverage Vehicle Type, Type, Fuel, Capacity, End-User, Region
Region Covered  Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa
Companies Covered TEAM Industries, Inc., Schaeffler AG, Endurance Technologies Limited, NIDEC-SHIMPO, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, STEYR, Toyota Motor Corporation, Gaokin Industry Co., Ltd, General Transmissions and Fallbrook Intellectual Property Company LLC
Customization Scope 10% Free Customization
Post-Sale Analyst Support 10-12 Weeks
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Key Questions Answered in This Report

The global continuously variable transmission systems market was valued at USD 23.2 Billion in 2024.

We expect the global continuously variable transmission systems market to exhibit a CAGR of 4.69% during 2025-2033.

The rising usage of continuously variable transmission systems in various automotive applications, owing to their fuel-efficiency, lightness in weight, and maximum speed at low engine speeds, is primarily driving the global continuously variable transmission systems market.

The sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic had led to the implementation of stringent lockdown regulations across several nations, resulting in the temporary closure of various manufacturing units for continuously variable transmission systems.

Based on the vehicle type, the global continuously variable transmission systems market can be segmented into passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, and others. Currently, passenger cars hold the majority of the total market share.

Based on the type, the global continuously variable transmission systems market has been divided into hydrostatic, toroidal, cone, variable geometry, variable diameter, and others. Among these, hydrostatic systems exhibit a clear dominance in the market.

Based on the fuel, the global continuously variable transmission systems market can be categorized into gasoline, diesel, and hybrid. Currently, gasoline accounts for the majority of the global market share.

Based on the capacity, the global continuously variable transmission systems market has been segregated into up to 1.5 L, 1.5 L to 3.0 L, and above 3.0 L. Among these, 1.5 L to 3.0 L capacity holds largest market share.

Based on the end user, the global continuously variable transmission systems market can be bifurcated into OEM and aftermarket. Currently, OEM exhibits a clear dominance in the market.

On a regional level, the market has been classified into North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa, where Asia Pacific currently dominates the global market.

Some of the major players in the global continuously variable transmission systems market include TEAM Industries Inc., Schaeffler AG, Endurance Technologies Limited, NIDEC-SHIMPO, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, STEYR, Toyota Motor Corporation, Gaokin Industry Co. Ltd., General Transmissions, and Fallbrook Intellectual Property Company LLC.

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